Amada Senior Care Tucson
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Dr. Chris and Christina Ram, owners of Amada Senior Care Tucson, have been advocates of health and wellness for as long as they can remember. Christina frequently is called upon to educate families about the many intricacies of the senior journey, as she did for this article about her team’s compassionate caregivers who become like key members of the family.
Christina’s and Chris’s eyes were opened wide to the very real need for compassionate, responsible senior care within their Tucson community after Christina’s mother fell severely ill to a urinary tract infection (UTI) that went septic. Christina remembers getting the call from her aunt informing her that her mother had been found after spending 12 hours on the floor of her bedroom, burning up with fever and unable to get to her feet. Once she was admitted to the ER, the doctors where having a very difficult time chasing the infection and informed Christina’s family of the delicate situation their mother was facing.
“I remember walking in to see my mother who didn’t recognize me initially,” says Christina. “Once she realized who I was, we both started crying and she proceeded to tell me about her no resuscitation wishes. I was praying that my mother would pull through. When she finally did, the doctor was ready to discharge right away and we found ourselves scrambling to find her a caregiver because she could not be left alone and she was still extremely weak.”
Adds Christina, “It was a stressful whirlwind of activity trying to prepare for my mom’s return home—home modifications, purchasing of equipment, and, most importantly, a caregiver we could trust to keep her safe, well nourished and comfortable. We finally found Jonathan and he was perfect! Jonathan was attentive to my mom’s needs, respected her space and privacy while keeping her safety a top priority. He cooked for her and kept her house tidy, drove her to get her medications and talked long hours with her in shared conversation about their common interests. My mom adored Jonathan, and it was her positive experience that convinced me that we need more caregivers like Jonathan in Tucson.”
With the large population of elderly individuals in Tucson, Chris and Christina agree that well-vetted, compassionate and committed caregivers are a necessity. Chris and Christina are proud to own Amada Senior Care Tucson and are committed to improving the quality of lives of seniors residing in Tucson, Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina, Catalina Foothills, Saddlebrooke, Green Valley, Sahuarita, Sierra Vista and surrounding communities.
Dr. Chris Ram has helped thousands of patients (many of them seniors) with chiropractic care in Tucson and Southern California for more than 20 years. Christina has been by his side on the chiropractic end, while both have professionally advised people on nutrition, physical fitness and lifestyle choices to create optimum health and longevity. They have made it a goal that Amada Senior Care Tucson caregivers exceed clients’ expectations. Daily tasks such as cleaning, preparing meals and attending personal care needs add up to small essentials of what we do. Their true benchmark for providing superior care are the myriad things done to enrich each client’s life by creating positive experiences whenever possible.
Dr. Chris and Christina Ram, owners of Amada Senior Care Tucson, have been advocates of health and wellness for as long as they can remember. Christina frequently is called upon to educate families about the many intricacies of the senior journey, as she did for this article about her team’s compassionate caregivers who become like key members of the family.
Christina’s and Chris’s eyes were opened wide to the very real need for compassionate, responsible senior care within their Tucson community after Christina’s mother fell severely ill to a urinary tract infection (UTI) that went septic. Christina remembers getting the call from her aunt informing her that her mother had been found after spending 12 hours on the floor of her bedroom, burning up with fever and unable to get to her feet. Once she was admitted to the ER, the doctors where having a very difficult time chasing the infection and informed Christina’s family of the delicate situation their mother was facing.
“I remember walking in to see my mother who didn’t recognize me initially,” says Christina. “Once she realized who I was, we both started crying and she proceeded to tell me about her no resuscitation wishes. I was praying that my mother would pull through. When she finally did, the doctor was ready to discharge right away and we found ourselves scrambling to find her a caregiver because she could not be left alone and she was still extremely weak.”
Adds Christina, “It was a stressful whirlwind of activity trying to prepare for my mom’s return home—home modifications, purchasing of equipment, and, most importantly, a caregiver we could trust to keep her safe, well nourished and comfortable. We finally found Jonathan and he was perfect! Jonathan was attentive to my mom’s needs, respected her space and privacy while keeping her safety a top priority. He cooked for her and kept her house tidy, drove her to get her medications and talked long hours with her in shared conversation about their common interests. My mom adored Jonathan, and it was her positive experience that convinced me that we need more caregivers like Jonathan in Tucson.”
With the large population of elderly individuals in Tucson, Chris and Christina agree that well-vetted, compassionate and committed caregivers are a necessity. Chris and Christina are proud to own Amada Senior Care Tucson and are committed to improving the quality of lives of seniors residing in Tucson, Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina, Catalina Foothills, Saddlebrooke, Green Valley, Sahuarita, Sierra Vista and surrounding communities.
Dr. Chris Ram has helped thousands of patients (many of them seniors) with chiropractic care in Tucson and Southern California for more than 20 years. Christina has been by his side on the chiropractic end, while both have professionally advised people on nutrition, physical fitness and lifestyle choices to create optimum health and longevity. They have made it a goal that Amada Senior Care Tucson caregivers exceed clients’ expectations. Daily tasks such as cleaning, preparing meals and attending personal care needs add up to small essentials of what we do. Their true benchmark for providing superior care are the myriad things done to enrich each client’s life by creating positive experiences whenever possible.
Amada Caregivers are Trained to Provide Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as:
Bathing
Light Housekeeping
Dressing
Errands/Shopping
Meal Preparation, Feeding
Toileting
Most Non-Medical Assistance
Medication Reminders
Walking, Ambulation
If you or your loved one could use assistance with these or other activities of daily living, we invite you to contact us today for a free Care Needs Consultation with an experienced member of the Amada Senior Care Tucson team. Our trained and compassionate caregivers provide the highest-quality, in-home care to seniors living in Tucson, Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina, Catalina Foothills, Saddlebrooke, Green Valley, Sahuarita, Sierra Vista and surrounding communities. We know that each of our clients has unique needs, desires, and budgets, and we are able to customize a care plan ideal for each situation.
Our personal involvement doesn’t simply end with caregiver placement. We also monitor our caregivers and regularly check in with clients and their families to ensure that we are doing all we can to help them live safer, happier and more fulfilled lives.
Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Experts
Review Policies and Verify Benefits
Long-term care insurance can help you or your loved one get the senior care you deserve, but it’s important that you understand your policy and what it entitles you to. We will help you make sense of your LTCi policy and verify your benefits so you can be sure you are using them to your greatest advantage.
Process Claims and Submit Paperwork
The experts at the Amada LTCi Resource Center will walk you through the completion of claims forms and other paperwork, which can help you get quality senior care more quickly.
Your Personal LTCi Advocates
Members of our Amada family never need to feel stuck waiting on hold to speak with a representative of their LTCi carrier. We have built professional relationships with most carriers and administrators, and are happy to call our contacts directly to advocate for you.
Benefit Assignments and Payment Monitoring
We will help you use your LTCi benefits most effectively by assigning them to a care plan specific to your unique needs. We can also take over payment monitoring or even bill your LTCi carrier directly, so you have one less thing to worry about.
“Seniors are a vital part of our Tucson community. They are the sages of our time and should be cherished and protected.”
Dr. Chris and Christina Ram
“Seniors are a vital part of our Tucson community. They are the sages of our time and should be cherished and protected.”
Dr. Chris and Christina Ram
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Amada has, for the past year and continuing, provided 24/7 care both for my brother, until he recently passed, and ongoing for his spouse. From the very beginning until now, the care has been first rate in every way. The owner, Christina Ram, has been unfailingly helpful: she met personally with my brother and spouse, has provided excellent caretakers, has been at all times accessible and responsive to all questions and concerns I have had. As an example, I required assistance both for my brother and his spouse in jumping through the necessary hoops to establish claims with their long term insurance carrier. Amada handled this process promptly and successfully on my behalf. As my brother and surviving spouse needed care in Tucson and I live in California, I am very relieved that I can rely entirely on Amada for the ongoing care, and recommend them highly.
When my mother was diagnosed with ALS we knew she would eventually need caregivers with special training. I spoke with so many agencies, and most said as she progressed they could refer us to other agencies. Living on the East Coast it was important to me that not only did my mother have the care she needed but that my Dad had respite care to take care of his health.
It was important to us that as her disease progressed her caregivers were as consistent as possible. Our schedule started light, just a few hours a day a few days a week, but turned into 24/7 care. She has several caregivers who were there through most of her illness and Amada provided training specific to this horrible disease.
Several began to feel like part of the family including one who when I visited my mom would nod her head when I said "oh you just love her more than me know".
Communication was great, with a 2 and 3 our time difference I sometimes called before the office opened. Someone always answered the phone and returned my call as soon as the office opened.
Thank you, Christina, for your supportive email on International Women’s Day. Empowerment for women has been a priority of mine beginning with my daughter, continuing with high school and university students whom I have taught and educating women through non-profit organizations whether at the local or national level. You’re right that it is a calling and one that I enjoy in spite of the challenges or all the more rewarding because of the challenges.
In SaddleBrooke, I find that many elderly surviving spouses are women who have not handled family business matters. It is so gratifying to help them navigate insurance policies, bank accounts, bill paying. Presenting our Planning Ahead handbook to couples also is mutually satisfying when women begin to feel empowered at they work with their husbands to fill in their household information.
I especially want to thank you for being a resource for Senior Village, one that eases the burden of caregiving both spouses. Today I attended the celebration of life for Wayne Kopren. What a wonderful gift you have given to them with your helpful staff. Barbara could not have survived these past couple years with you and Amada and will continue to rely on you.
With gratitude and respect,
Stephanie Thomas,
Forms and Documents Team Leader
Senior Village
Most highly recommend Amada Senior Care! I can't believe the level of support, compassion, communication, and speed at which Amada staff addressed our concerns over a family member. Knowing she is safe and cared for gives us great peace of mind . A special thank you to Jamie and Cherrilyn , who were able to answer all our questions and assure us that she will receive everything necessary to bring her back to health! You are awesome! Keep up the excellent work!
So grateful for all the caregivers who took such good care of our dad! We give thanks for each of you!
Thank you and all of your caregivers for taking such compassionate care of our father in his final days, and being so supportive of us during a difficult time.
Thank you for your help making my dad's final months safe and healthy We came to truly love so many of the amazing people you sent to care.
To all the wonderful caregivers! Thank you for caring for our dad. We are so grateful for your love.
There are no words to describe the gratitude we have for the service you have provided. So much thought, care, love and dignity. Thank you for the special care given to our special person!
We will forever be grateful for the quality and compassionate care you all provided to our dear dad. With deep appreciation.
Senior Housing Advising
When seniors or their loved ones begin to feel that they require more support than in-home care and assistance with basic ADLs, it may be time to consider transitioning to an assisted living community.
This is an emotional decision for everyone involved, and our goal at Amada Senior Care in Tucson is to guide families through the placement process with wisdom, empathy, and competence.
For some seniors, an assisted living community, typically offering non-complex medical services, may be a good fit. Others may require a bit more support and may be better served in a nursing home or different type of care community.
The team at Amada Senior Care Tucson has years of experience with senior care in Tucson, Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina, Catalina Foothills, Saddlebrooke, Green Valley, Sahuarita, Sierra Vista and surrounding communities. As a result, we have deep knowledge of all local care communities and can make sure our clients find the ideal placement to suit their care needs, locations, lifestyles, and budgets.
We also rely on our extensive experience to help our clients make full use of all benefits available to them, including veterans’ benefits and Long-Term Care Insurance benefits. The costs of assisted living may intimidate many families, but we can help them make financial decisions with confidence. To further ease cost concerns, the Amada Tucson team is pleased to offer its placement services free of charge.
When in-home care is no longer ideal for our clients, we are honored to guide them through this next phase. Our specialty is referring seniors to the right community or placement for them, which may include:
- Assisted living communities
- Large and small communities
- Independent living communities
- Board and care homes
- Adult family homes
- Senior care homes
- Skilled nursing facilities
- Alzheimer/dementia communities
Many of our veterans, their spouses and their families may not be aware of their potential eligibility for financial assistance from the government. At Amada Senior Care Tucson, we are dedicated to helping individuals eligible for VA Aid and Attendance benefits and other forms of financial support take full advantage of these resources.
To learn more about Aid and Attendance and other benefits for veterans, please
How is Aid and Attendance Eligibility Determined?
1. Military Service
- A minimum of 90 days of active duty, with at least one of those days during wartime.
- Must not have been dishonorable discharged.
2. Personal Care Needs
- Applicant must currently require assistance with activities of daily living, such as walking, eating, toileting, or dressing.
3. Income
- Majority of applicant’s income must currently be spent on care expenses.
- The percentage of income currently spent on care will determine the benefits they receive.
4. Assets
- The VA will determine an acceptable threshold for applicants’ assets.
- Determination of financial assets will depend upon age and financial need.
How VA Aid and Attendance Benefits can Help You:
Through the use of VA benefits, seniors gain more financial flexibility for their care plans and potential placements. This may include:
- More in-home care.
- The community of their choice.
- Benefits paid monthly with no repayment required.
- Benefits are paid directly to claimants by the United States Treasury and are tax-free.